The cheapest and fastest trains from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
91
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least one change.
S8 · ICE 6218:382h13Wuppertal Hbf10:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£271One-way1 change
26408 · ICE 1037:571h52Wuppertal Hbf9:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£271One-way1 change
S8 · ICE 6218:382h01Wuppertal Hbf10:39Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£271One-way1 change
S8 · ICE 102118:383h35Wuppertal Hbf22:13Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£271One-way1 change
S8 · ICE 62711:382h13Wuppertal Hbf13:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£351One-way1 change
26408 · ICE 1037:571h52Wuppertal Hbf9:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£271One-way1 change
26410 · ICE 5158:571h52Wuppertal Hbf10:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£881One-way1 change
26412 · ICE 1059:571h52Wuppertal Hbf11:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£621One-way1 change
26414 · ICE 51710:571h52Wuppertal Hbf12:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£501One-way1 change
26416 · ICE 10711:571h52Wuppertal Hbf13:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£721One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £83.
Distance: 167 km
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2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
26408 · ICE 103 · IC 1940 · 4756 | 7:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h26 | 11:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
26408 · ICE 103 · IC 1940 · S8 | 7:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h31 | 11:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 changes | |
26408 · ICE 119 · ICE 25 | 7:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h16 | 10:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
26408 · ICE 103 | 7:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 1h52 | 9:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 121 | On time 8:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 10:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 121 | On time 8:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h27 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 646 · ICE 27 | 8:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h55 | 12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 646 · ICE 27 | 8:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h41 | 11:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 915 | On time 8:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 10:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 621 | On time 8:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 10:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 621 | On time 8:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 10:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26410 · ICE 515 | On time 8:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 1h52 | 10:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · 26810 · ICE 13 | On time 9:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 11:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
S8 · 26810 · ICE 13 | On time 9:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h27 | 11:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S8 · IC 2013 · 4490 | 9:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 4h05 | 13:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S8 · IC 2013 · S8 | 9:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 4h10 | 13:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 623 | On time 9:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 11:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 623 | On time 9:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 11:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26412 · ICE 105 | On time 9:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 1h52 | 11:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26412 · ICE 105 · ICE 27 | 9:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h16 | 12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 225 | On time 10:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 12:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 225 · S8 | 10:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h43 | 12:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 644 · ICE 29 | 10:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h55 | 14:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 644 · ICE 29 | 10:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h41 | 13:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 625 | On time 10:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 12:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 625 | On time 10:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 12:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26414 · ICE 517+ 15169 | 10:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h21 | 13:18 Frankfurt South station | 2 changes | |
26414 · ICE 517 | On time 10:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 1h52 | 12:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26414 · ICE 517 · ICE 15 | On time 10:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h30 | 13:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 1548 · ICE 1517 | 11:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h34 | 13:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 1548 · ICE 1517 | 11:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h49 | 13:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 944 · ICE 1644 · 4492 | 11:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 4h05 | 15:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
S8 · ICE 944 · ICE 1644 · S8 | 11:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 4h10 | 15:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 changes | |
S8 · ICE 627 | On time 11:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 13:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 627 | On time 11:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 13:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26416 · ICE 107 · ICE 29 | 11:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h16 | 14:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
26416 · ICE 107 | On time 11:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 1h52 | 13:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 123 | On time 12:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 14:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 123 | On time 12:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h27 | 14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 919 | On time 12:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 14:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 629 | On time 12:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 14:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 629 | On time 12:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 14:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26418 · ICE 519+ 15171 | 12:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h21 | 15:18 Frankfurt South station | 2 changes | |
26418 · ICE 519 | On time 12:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 1h52 | 14:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · IC 5106 · ICE 315 | On time 13:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h27 | 15:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S8 · IC 5106 · ICE 315 | On time 13:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 15:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 721 | 13:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 15:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 721 | 13:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 15:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26420 · ICE 109 | On time 13:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 1h52 | 15:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26420 · ICE 109 · IC 1946 · 29693 | 13:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h26 | 17:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
26420 · ICE 109 · ICE 229 | On time 13:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h16 | 16:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
26420 · ICE 109 · IC 1946 · 29543 | 13:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h23 | 17:20 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 changes | |
S8 · ICE 125 | On time 14:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h27 | 16:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 125 | On time 14:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 16:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 1011 | On time 14:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 16:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 927 | 14:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h34 | 18:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 723 | 14:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 16:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 723 | 14:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 16:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 927 | 14:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h21 | 17:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26422 · ICE 611+ 15173 | 14:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h21 | 17:18 Frankfurt South station | 2 changes | |
26422 · ICE 611 · ICE 17 | On time 14:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h30 | 17:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
26422 · ICE 611 | 14:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 1h52 | 16:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 1546 · ICE 1611 | On time 15:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h49 | 17:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 1546 · ICE 1611 | On time 15:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h34 | 17:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 725 | 15:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 17:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 725 | 15:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 17:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26424 · ICE 201 · ICE 927 | 15:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h15 | 18:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
26424 · ICE 201 · IC 1948 · 29695 | 15:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h26 | 19:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
26424 · ICE 201 | On time 15:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 1h52 | 17:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26424 · ICE 201 · IC 1948 · S8 | 15:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h31 | 19:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 changes | |
S8 · ICE 127 | 16:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h27 | 18:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 127 | 16:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 18:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 1013 | On time 16:18 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 18:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 727 | 16:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 18:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 727 | 16:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 18:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26426 · ICE 613+ 15175 | 16:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h21 | 19:18 Frankfurt South station | 2 changes | |
26426 · ICE 613 · ICE 317 | On time 16:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h30 | 19:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
26426 · ICE 613 | 16:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 1h52 | 18:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · IC 2205 · ICE 1613 | On time 17:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h34 | 19:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
S8 · IC 2205 · ICE 1613 | On time 17:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h49 | 19:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 729 | 17:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 19:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 729 | 17:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h01 | 19:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
26428 · ICE 203 · ICE 929 | 17:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h16 | 20:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
26428 · ICE 203 · ICE 1640 · S8 | 17:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h31 | 21:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 changes | |
26428 · ICE 203 | 17:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 1h52 | 19:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 129 | 18:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h27 | 20:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 129 | 18:00 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 20:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 821 | On time 18:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h13 | 20:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · ICE 1021 | Delayed 18:38 Wuppertal Hbf | 3h35 | 20:15 20:15Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
26430 · ICE 615 · ICE 19 | On time 18:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h30 | 21:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
26430 · ICE 615+ 15177 | 18:57 Wuppertal Hbf | 2h21 | 21:18 Frankfurt South station | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 167 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Wuppertal and Frankfurt am Main from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wuppertal and Frankfurt am Main
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
- Vidaleo
- Cafe Extrablatt
- McDonald's
- KYTO Coffee Wuppertal
- Central-Hotel
- Ibis Wuppertal City
- Hotel Astor
- Arcade
- McDonald's
- Färberei:Café
- Wupper Grill
- Vinh Son
- TeAmore
- Burger King
- Haus Becker
- Café Moritz
- Imperial
- City Hotel
- Hotel zur Krone
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
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